<p>I applied to RTF! Totally nervous too I just want to know if I got in!</p>
<p>@acceptmepls</p>
<p>Business is a practical, interesting subject that will certainly pay dividends in the future. I’m glad to see that the majority of students on here are studying fields in which they will gain technical knowledge that can be applied immediately upon graduation–it’s also more in line with supply and demand 
I, however, perhaps foolishly, will stick with the liberal arts and make do with what I can. I’m willing to accept a lower salary, if necessary, to study the subjects in which I have the most interest, but I also don’t think that an LA degree necessarily leads to poor outcomes; I would argue that it can be a great asset, depending upon one’s natural proclivities. Perhaps my LA degree will become more useful as it becomes less popular lol. I’m hoping that professional fluency in Chinese and Spanish, along with a solid quantitative background from econ and a math minor will prepare me for a number of fields. I’m taking a gamble and hoping to become a Swiss army knife of sorts! As far as I’m concerned, the debt isn’t that big of a deal. I don’t care to ever own a home or a brand new car, so going into a modest amount of debt to gain these skills is a small price to pay, IMO. What do you think? Sorry, that was a rant lol.</p>
<p>@Acceptmeut. I’m Education as well. Hopefully they have room for both Of us. Ha ha. Good luck to you!</p>
<p>@ablindwatchmaker - You, sir (ma’am?), are far braver than I. And I agree with you wholeheartedly as far as pursuing interests. I am fascinated with economics but I acknowledge that calc II is kicking my ass right now (I have a B) and that maybe economics is not my calling. Not only do I prefer finance and accounting to economics when I consider my future, but I also don’t believe I am mathematically (or quantitatively) intelligent enough to truly excel in economics. You, however, seem perfectly qualified for a career in economics and degrees in the liberal arts of your choosing. Good call there, and I’m sure good things await you… As for the short-term, we shall continue to stand with our tails between our legs as we wait to find out whether or not we each attend this great university in the fall. Haha</p>
<p>I have the same worries about math. I won’t start cal until I get to UT, so I won’t know if econ is a viable pursuit until then. Yeah, econ at grad level (professional) is no joke. Very difficult. I don’t know if I’ve got that level of ability either. Thanks for the vote of confidence though!
Yeah, I feel like a wimp right now waiting on this decision lol.</p>
<p>Man. I kinda feel better that they’re releasing decisions now, but on the other hand, no news from COLA, and it could still be towards the end of the month. :(</p>
<p>I wrote my essay about personal stuff and tied it into why I chose my major. I also used it as an opportunity to explain past poor performance (like why I have a GED, etc.) I thought I was pretty okay. My grad student friends read/edited it for me.</p>
<p>Okay, guys, I need some advice. Now that the ball has started barreling down the hill, I’m afraid I’ve entered panic mode. As I think many of you know, I have way more than 30 hrs, but applied both first and second choice majors in CNS despite the fact that I’m currently taking calculus I this semester. So, I’m wondering if I were to change my second choice major from biochemistry to general studies, is there any chance that this might result in an admission decision coming my way sooner with the calc indicator removed? Or would I stay in limbo regardless because the indicator still applies to my first choice, so they’ll follow the delayed procedure to consider than one before my second choice even becomes a factor? Anyone know for sure? Anyone click the “Change Major” button, and if so, care to share? </p>
<p>I’m <em>FREAKIN</em>. . . I cannotcannotcanNOT wait until mid-May! Seriously, I just cannot do it. I’ll never make it until then!</p>
<p>I think we’re all on here because, to some degree, we all have at least one aspect of our application that makes us apprehensive. For me it’s my GPA, which isn’t bad by any means, but certainly not stellar and has me questioning whether or not I will even be accepted into COLA. For others it may be the essays, the resume, the logistical issues of hours and credits transferring, or simply the overwhelming stress that accompanies such a dramatic life change (especially when such a big school like UT is involved). What I like, though, is that we have a good support system rolling on this thread. It’s something I appreciate. I don’t wish misfortune on anyone, but it’s comforting to know that there are other people worrying like I am. No one wants to stress alone… Fortunately, we are all able to answer each other’s questions, provide more realistic assurance when we each have our little “freak out” moments, and provide calm and rational solutions to anything that interferes with the cogs that make this entire process happen… Even if those interferences sometimes simply result from our own obsession. Haha. Just taking a moment to say that I’m glad we have a place to talk about this stuff and have these questions answered, because we’re all in the same boat no matter how unique our individual situations are.</p>
<p>@deadxpoetics - I would have to guess that you don’t need to worry. I think it was a smart move using the personal essay to address some of your weaknesses in performance. It shows that you’re aware of what happened, why it happened, and how you have improved since then. So nice move!</p>
<p>@WhatevDude - Your situation sounds strikingly similar to mine. I have COLA - Econ as my second choice and I don’t need any prereqs for that except for 30 hours of transferrable coursework, which I already have. BUT I think they will wait to make a decision until I show completion of calc II because McCombs is my first choice and calc II is required. So you’ve got a bit of a wait to go… Gonna be alright, though. :)</p>
<p>My status says it’s in review. It’s been that way since the beginning of march I believe. I’m really anxious. Anyone hear from CNS yet?</p>
<p>@ acceptmepls</p>
<p>Yeah, I think I’m just unhappy with it because I’m uncomfortable with sharing some of that really personal stuff about myself. I come from an awful family background, but it’s really the reason I didn’t graduate high school. It’s just not stuff you tell people, though…you know, “airing your dirty laundry” and all. I don’t want to feel like I got in due to a sob story because I’m actually a solid student. But, it does explain a lot about me, so I felt it was stuff they’d want to know. </p>
<p>I’m about to graduate with my AA in psychology next month, I have a 3.88 GPA from ACC (although, due to the way they calculate transfer credits, my transfer GPA is closer to a 3.47 or so, which makes me nervous), and I work for a living. So I’m doing well any way you slice it. Just trying to stay calm and focus on finishing this semester and feeling good about what I’ve accomplished so far. First one in my family with any sort of college degree, y’all. That’s huge! :D</p>
<p>I definitely agree that it’s great to just have people to talk to about the stress of it all and having that support. Most of the support and resources go to freshmen, so I’m glad it’s here. Dunno what I’d do without you folks!</p>
<p>@acceptmepls: If your application essays were as beautifully and eloquently written as what you see above, then @ablindwatchmaker isn’t the only one who has nothing to worry about.</p>
<p>This forum, if nothing else, helps me kill the time between checking my status and classes so that I don’t go insane. I am glad you guys are here. Luckily I have a roommate (ablindwatchmaker) to keep me from insanity as well. But I don’t know how long I can take it. I understand wanting to change majors around just so you don’t have to wait longer.</p>
<p>@deadxpoetics - I don’t know your background, and it’s probably worse than mine, but my mom’s divorce (which was certainly necessary), has put her, myself and my 2 sisters in a tough financial spot for the past 6 years (my 4 years of HS and this 1st year of college). We all have our difficulties, but for me I just have to tell myself that I have done, and am continuing to do, everything possible to do the best for myself. That’s what it’s all about. It’s not the end result that you remember when it’s all over. What you remember is the struggle you fought through to get there and how hard you had to scrap for everything you could get. And man does it sound like you’ve had one hell of a struggle. But you are doing remarkably well and if UT doesn’t see that and consider it a privilege to have you attend their institution, then it’s their loss because you are definitely a success story. I’m sure I’m not telling you anything you don’t know, but sometimes you need to hear it from someone other than yourself for you to really internalize it and pull out of a funk. I know I need that sometimes… I wish you the best of luck because you certainly deserve it. Good things are coming for you. Keep fighting the good fight.</p>
<p>@WhatevDude - GOD DO I HOPE SO. Haha. Thank you. I had a freak out last night about this whole thing (we all have them) so this stuff is all really present in my mind right now. I have lived in San Antonio all my life and will be turning 20 this summer. 20 years in one place is just too much time for me. There’s a world out there and I fully intend to see it and experience it. UT is a major step toward that goal for me. So when I’m freaking out, I get like this. I get very insightful in this whole process. Haha</p>
<p>@deadxpoetics- I am also a first generation college student. It means a little something more to us to say the least. I never even thought college was an option for me, but here I am applying to UT…</p>
<p>@saby88 - Glad to help. You all definitely do the same for me. This will be my life for the next month and a half until UT gets my transcript. So I thank you all too.</p>
<p>I sincerely appreciate that! I know I’m one kicka** chick, that’s for sure! If I don’t get in, I’ve still got places to succeed and life will go on. I just hope that one day, when it’s all over, I can use my education to really help people. People like me. That’s the most important thing. Not what school I went to in order to do that. :D</p>
<p>@filmandwriting: yeah i’m extra nervous because i barely have a 3.45 gpa! I have a decent amount of work experience with film though so i’m banking on that and my essays</p>
<p>@ Saby88: Yeah, me too! Never thought I’d be here. Thought I’d be flipping burgers my whole life or something like that. Life sure changes, right? lol</p>
<p>I think that when you come from a place like that, you feel like you’ve got something to prove. At least I do, to some degree. But we’ll just keep on doing what we do best.</p>